Fire Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers for opportunities in Madison, Mississippi. The role involves receiving incident data, coordinating with fire units, and maintaining clear radio communications to support emergency responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems, and relevant dispatch training. The position may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks; confirm access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Incident coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers for opportunities in Madison, Mississippi. The role involves receiving incident data, coordinating with fire units, and maintaining clear radio communications to support emergency responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems, and relevant dispatch training. The position may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on staffing needs.